Renewals & Updates
UCR Registration
Stay UCR-compliant and avoid roadside penalties.
The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is an annual requirement for carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders operating interstate. Your fee is based on fleet size. PCS calculates your bracket, registers you, and keeps you compliant so you're not pulled out of service.
Start your UCR Registration
Enter your USDOT number and we prepopulate everything. You'll see your total before you pay — no surprises.
Start Filing (888) 555-0142What's included
- Correct fleet-size bracket determination
- UCR registration and payment coordination
- Confirmation of compliance for the registration year
- Renewal reminders so you never lapse
- Compliance specialist support
UCR charges a state/government fee based on your fleet size, paid to the UCR program. You may register directly through the UCR. The PCS fee is separate and covers bracket determination, registration, reminders, and support.
The process
How your filing works
- 1Identify Carrier
- 2Verify Information
- 3Required Questions
- 4Review
- 5Electronic Signature
- 6Payment
- 7Confirmation
FAQ
UCR Registration questions
Who has to register for UCR?+
Carriers, brokers, leasing companies, and freight forwarders that operate in interstate commerce. Even a single-truck operation crossing state lines typically must register.
What if I don't register for UCR?+
You can be fined and placed out of service at roadside inspections in participating states. Registration is annual.
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Ready to file your UCR Registration?
Enter your USDOT number and we'll prepopulate everything. You just verify, sign, and pay.
Important: Pivotal Carrier Services is an independent private company providing compliance assistance and is not affiliated with or endorsed by FMCSA or the U.S. Department of Transportation. Customers may be able to complete certain filings directly with FMCSA or the relevant agency at no government filing fee. Pivotal Carrier Services charges for professional preparation, review, support, tracking, and customer service.